South Mountain Park: CCC Camps – Phoenix AZ

Statue and plaque to the CCC at South Mountain Park, Environmental Education Center - Phoenix AZ

South Mountain Park in Phoenix AZ was the site of two Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camps from 1933 to 1940, labeled SP-3A and SP-4A.  Around 4,000 CCC enrollees passed through the camps over that time, in Companies 864, 874, and… read more

South Mountain Park: Picnic Ramadas – Phoenix AZ

Large picnic ramada, South Mountain Park - Phoenix AZ

South Mountain Park in Phoenix AZ was developed for public recreation by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) from 1933 to 1940. Among the works of the CCC were two ramadas, which are large, elaborate picnic areas, with stunning views north… read more

South Mountain Park: Ranger Station – Phoenix AZ

Ranger station, South Mountain Park - Phoenix AZ

South Mountain Park in Phoenix AZ was developed for public recreation by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) from 1933 to 1940. One the main works done by the CCC was  an entrance station complex that included a museum, administrative offices,… read more

South Mountain Park: Lookouts – Phoenix AZ

Dobbins lookout, South Mountain Park - Phoenix AZ

South Mountain Park in Phoenix AZ was developed for public recreation by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) from 1933 to 1940.  The best known of the works by the CCC is the large stone shelter at the Dobbins Lookout, which… read more